Measuring sales performance, observing trends and anticipating the impact that the crisis will have on the market in which each company operates has never been more important, and in this context, accurate data management and analysis becomes essential.
"... Twelve years ago, in the midst of the economic downturn in 2008, British Airways (BA) was cutting costs across the organization.
Technology and tools for analyzing large volumes of information used by large corporations to make business decisions are also available to businessmen and small companies.
Finding the best location for a new sales point, finding the areas where potential customers move and analyzing their purchasing power and their behavior as consumers are just some of the things that can be done today with the help of new technologies.
The 2017-2018 Guide by the Nicaraguan - German chamber of commerce provides details on tax exemption regimes by sector, requirements for foreign investors and other data.
From a statement issued by ProNicaragua:
Under a joint effort between the Government of Nicaragua through PRONicaragua, the official investment promotion agency of Nicaragua, the Ministry of Development, Industry and Commerce (MIFIC), in coordination with the Chamber of Industry and Nicaraguan Trade (AHK) by its acronym in German), the third edition of the Investor's Guide in Nicaragua 2017-2018 / Leitfaden für Investitionen 2017-2018, was presented yesterday, February 27, in the Spanish and German languages.
It has been estimated that this year companies´investment in business intelligence systems and data analysis will grow by 12% globally, driven by the banking sector and the manufacturing industry.
According to estimates by the firm International Data Corporation (IDC),"... worldwide revenues for big data and business analytics (BDA) will reach $150.8 billion in 2017, an increase of 12.4% over 2016.
The availability of data, a new generation of technology, and a cultural shift toward data-driven decision making continue to drive demand for big data and analytics technology and services.
Availability of information, new technologies and cultural change towards making decisions based on data is changing the way we do business.
According to estimates by the firm International Data Corporation (IDC), at the global level "...
A draft bill, if approved, would give the State permission to access confidential information on private companies and create a state company that controls access to the Internet.
Representatives from the Superior Council of Private Enterprise (COSEP) argue that this draft law goes against the "principles of free enterprise," which if approved would become "an anti private investment law".
The Chamber of Industries in Costa Rica has filed an administrative appeal against the decision by the Treasury department to require major contributors to produce records of their shareholders.
From a statement issued by the Chamber of Industries of Costa Rica (ICRC):
Chamber of Industries files for judicial review against provision of information on shareholders
The event received around 10,500 visitors and in the business meetings 1,350 contacts were made.
From a statement issued by the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture in Panama:
The Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture in Panama (CCIAP) closed the thirty-third version of Expocomer with complete success, having made significant contributions to the economy of Panama and exhibitor countries who took part in business meetings over four days at this important international trade show.
Up until March 18 a delegation of 51 Taiwanese companies will be in the country exploring business sectors of spare parts for cars and motorcycles, hardware and construction.
From a statement issued by the Chamber of Commerce of Guatemala (CCG):
Mr. Jorge Briz-President of the Chamber of Commerce of Guatemala and the Ambassador of China (Taiwan) Mr Adolfo Sun, announced the arrival of the Taiwan Trade Mission to Guatemala.
From 6 to 7 May companies and investors in the sector will be in in San José taking part in business meetings and conferences relevant to franchises in the region.
The second edition of the American Franchise Summit will be held at the Hotel Park Inn, Costa Rica and will involve seven international speakers. The event will last two days and is aimed at 150 franchisees and franchisors investors with the aim of promoting business appointments.
The private sector in Costa Rica is having doubts over the ability of the Treasury to prevent information leaks, if approval is given to a requirement for companies to disclose shareholder information.
The business sector fears that the authorities will not be able to control possible leaks of confidential data which companies must provide if the decree proposed by the Directorate General of Taxation is approved.
The decree submitted for public consultation by the General Directorate of Taxation of Costa Rica requires commercial companies to provide information about its members and the composition of its capital.
There is currently a period of 10 working days for companies that do not agree with the draft decree to declare so and make comments. This measure aims to implement the standards of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
In a market dominated primarily by foreign brands, there is an increasing trend for Panamanian companies to migrate to this business model.
José Luis Ford, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Panama (CCIAP) noted that "...The openings developed in the last five years, are added to the 50 previously established making a total of 200 franchises in different markets across the country, recording an investment of $100 million. "
From August 19-21 entrepreneurs from various productive sectors will gather in David to discuss business opportunities.
From a press note by the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Chiriquí (CAMCHI)
Business Roundtable in Chiriquí
Call to Entrepreneurs in Panama and Central America
David, May 13, 2014. In order to strengthen trade between Panama, Costa Rica, Central America and other countries, the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Chiriquí (CAMCHI) in coordination with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Panama, the Inter-American Development Bank and the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) will be holding a Business Roundtable from 19 to 21 August 2014 in the halls of the International Fair of David.
The recent announcement of the construction of a Disney theme park in Costa Rica has been denied by the Disney Corporation itself.
EDITORIAL
The announcement by the mayor of the city of Liberia on a morning variety program was quickly replicated by various media outlets for a few hours after being denied not only by the Disney Corporation and by the supposed developer of the project, but even by the aforementioned mayor, who was not able to confirm the information.